AI can process more information than humans – so will it stop us repeating our mistakes?
We can now store information outside of our brains, and use computers to retrieve it. That ought to make learning and remembering easy, right?
April 26, 2023 • ~9 min
A new strategy for western states to adapt to long-term drought: Customized water pricing
Even after January’s storms, California faces a water-scarce future. An economist and an engineer propose a way to test higher water prices as a conservation strategy without hurting low-income users.
Feb. 13, 2023 • ~8 min
Aaron Rodgers dropped the ball on critical thinking – with a little practice you can do better
Critical thinking means seeking out new information – especially facts that might run contrary to what you believe – and being willing to change your mind. And it’s a teachable skill.
Dec. 1, 2021 • ~11 min
The Internet Archive has been fighting for 25 years to keep what's on the web from disappearing – and you can help
Portions of the internet disappear every day. Preservation of this historical record requires a proactive approach by archivists and everyday citizens.
Aug. 13, 2021 • ~8 min
Some bees are born curious while others are more single-minded – new research hints at how the hive picks which flowers to feast on
New research suggests individual bees are born with one of two learning styles – either curious or focused. Their genetic tendency has implications for how the hive works together.
Oct. 5, 2020 • ~7 min
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